Hourmeter; Cord Sets And Connection Plugs; 120 Vac, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle; 120/240 Vac, 30 Amp Receptacle - Generac Power Systems 005626-0 Owner's Manual

2.2 HOURMETER

The Hourmeter tracks hours of operation for scheduled maintenance:
There will be a "CHG OIL" message every 100 hours. The message
will flash one hour before and one hour after each 100 hour interval,
again providing a two hour window to perform service.
This message will actually begin flashing at 99 hours and disable itself
at 101 hours providing a two hour window to perform the service.
Every 200 hours the "SVC" icon on the lower left hand corner of the
display will flash. The message will flash one hour before and one
hour after each 200 hour interval providing a two hour window to
perform service.
When the hour meter is in the Flash Alert mode, the maintenance
message will always alternate with elapsed time in hours and tenths.
The hours will flash four times, then alternate with the maintenance
message four times until the meter resets itself.
• 100 hours - CHG OIL — Oil Change Interval (Every 100 hrs)
• 200 hours - SVC — Air Filter Interval (Every 200 hrs)

2.3 CORD SETS AND CONNECTION PLUGS

2.3.1 120 VAC, 20 AMP, DUPLEX RECEPTACLE

This is a 120 Volt outlet protected against overload by a 20 Amp
push-to-reset circuit breaker (Figure 7). Use each socket to power
120 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to a
combined 2400 watts (2.4 kW) or 20 Amps of current. Use only high
quality, well-insulated, 3-wire grounded cord sets rated for 125 Volts
at 20 Amps (or greater).
Keep extension cords as short as possible, preferably less than 15
feet long, to prevent voltage drop and possible overheating of wires.
Figure 7 - 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle

2.3.2 120/240 VAC, 30 AMP RECEPTACLE

Use a NEMA L14-30 plug with this receptacle (rotate to lock/unlock).
Connect a suitable 4-wire grounded cord set to the plug and to the
desired load. The cord set should be rated for 250 Volts AC at 30
Amps (or greater) (Figure 8).
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Figure 8 - 120/240 VAC, 30 Amp Receptacle
Use this receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads
requiring up to 3600 watts (3.6 kW) of power at 30 Amps or 240 Volt
AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to 7200 watts (7.2 kW)
of power at 30 Amps. The outlet is protected by two 30 Amp push-to-
reset circuit breakers.

2.4 HOW TO USE THE GENERATOR

If there are any problems operating the generator, please call the
generator helpline at 1-888-436-3722.

2.4.1 GROUNDING THE GENERATOR

The National Electrical Code requires that the frame and external
electrically conductive parts of this generator be properly
connected to an approved earth ground (Figure 9). Local electrical
codes may also require proper grounding of the unit. For that purpose,
connecting a No. 10 AWG (American Wire Gauge) stranded copper
wire to the grounding lug and to an earth-driven copper or brass
grounding rod (electrode) provides adequate protection against
electrical shock. However, local codes may vary widely. Consult with
a local electrician for grounding requirements in the area.
Figure 9 - Grounding the Generator
Proper grounding of the generator will help prevent electrical
shock in the event of a ground fault condition in the generator or in
connected electrical devices. Proper grounding also helps dissipate
static electricity, which often builds up in ungrounded devices.